Patient Registrar collects information from incoming patients regarding services needed, insurance available, or financial status. May assist in completion of admissions or insurance forms. Being a Patient Registrar contacts insurance providers to verify coverage and obtain authorization for service. Requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Patient Registrar typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Patient Registrar may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY (HOACNY), voted one of Central New York’s Best Places to Work, is looking for a full time Cancer Registrar to join our professional team. HOACNY provides cancer care services, Monday through Friday, day hours at three convenient locations in East Syracuse, Syracuse and Auburn. If you are a highly motivated, team oriented individual looking to make a difference in your career, please apply now. (In office position, not remote)
Cancer Registrar
Under limited supervision, identify, compile and maintain records of patients diagnosed and/or treated for malignancies or reportable tumors at HOA, and reporting these cases to the NYSDOH. Position is at our Brittonfield office in East Syracuse New York (not remote).
Cancer Registrar-Competitive salary based on experience- stipends/bonuses. Generous benefits package including medical, dental, life, std, ltd,401k/pension, tuition reimbursement, holidays, advanced PTO, etc. Convenient free parking.
Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. HOA is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge and exhibit compliance in data coding, Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ACoS-FORDS coding, ICD-0 coding, Cancer Staging (AJCC, Collaborative, EOD and SEER Staging). Working knowledge of Windows-based software Data Entry and verification (quality control). Knowledge of computer systems and applications. Knowledge of data abstraction techniques. Organizational and prioritization skills with good follow through. Investigative/analytical skills with detail orientation. Skill in verbal and written communication. Ability to deal with patients, medical and administrative staff, and the public effectively. Ability to understand, analyze and interpret medical, surgical, treatment information and terminology. Ability to verify data input and correct errors. Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members. Ability to read, interpret and apply policies and procedures. Ability to independently handle multiple ongoing or recurrent tasks.
EDUCATION:
1. Minimum qualifications: AAS degree in a health related field, or Bachelor’s degree in a health related field; OR an Associate’s degree in a health related field plus two years of experience in a related field that includes medical/disease coding; OR certification as a tumor registrar (CTR). Accepted related fields are Biology, Health Information Management, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiation Therapy, Physical Therapy/Assistant and Public Health.
2. Courses in medical terminology, Anatomy & Physiology OR completion of NCRA-approved post-secondary curriculum in cancer data management/cancer registry OR equivalent on-the-job training OR >5 yrs experience in Tumor Registry abstracting.
Experience: Prefer at least 1 year experience as a Certified Cancer Registrar or at least 3-5 years highly relevant clinical experience in hematology-oncology.
Certificate/License: License in a related medical field and/or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification.
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